wolf-whistle
Ogler's shrill signal
A wolf-whistle is a distinctive two-note whistle—rising then falling—directed at someone found sexually attractive, typically by a man at a woman passing on the street.
The term evokes the cartoon wolf whose eyes pop out and tongue unrolls at the sight of a pretty girl.
Once considered flattering by some, it's now widely regarded as harassment.
As a verb: He wolf-whistled at her from the construction site.
Harassing shout or whistle
- shrillHigh-pitched and harsh
- two-toneHaving two distinct colors
- piercingPenetrating or very sharp
- loudHigh in volume
audible · distinctive · unmistakable · high-pitched · descending · sliding · pucker · blow
Harassing shout or whistle
- objectificationReducing humans to things
- sexismGender-based prejudice
- misogynyHostility toward women
- intimidationDeliberate fear-inducing pressure
disrespect · unwelcome · inappropriate · offensive · leering · ogling · predatory · hostile
Deep respect felt
- attractionPull toward something
- attention-seekingCraving others' focus
- flatteryExcessive insincere praise
- come-onAttempt to attract someone
suggestive · appreciative · playful · cheeky · brazen · bold · forward · flirty
Temporary exterior work platform
- workmanMale manual laborer
- tradesmanSkilled manual worker
- stereotypeFixed oversimplified notion
- streetPublic urban roadway
catcall
Harassing shout or whistle
loud · audible · distinctive · unmistakable · high-pitched · descending · sliding · pucker · blow
catcall
Harassing shout or whistle
- objectificationReducing humans to things
- sexismGender-based prejudice
- misogynyHostility toward women
intimidation · disrespect · unwelcome · inappropriate · offensive · leering · ogling · predatory · hostile · degrading
admiration
Deep respect felt
- attractionPull toward something
- attention-seekingCraving others' focus
- flatteryExcessive insincere praise
come-on · suggestive · appreciative · playful · cheeky · brazen · bold · forward · flirty · provocative
scaffolding
Temporary exterior work platform
- workmanMale manual laborer
- tradesmanSkilled manual worker
- stereotypeFixed oversimplified notion